2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1965 Pontiac Catalina
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Pontiac Catalina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Pontiac Catalina would be higher. At 6,891 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Pontiac Catalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 325 kg more than 1965 Pontiac Catalina.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Pontiac Catalina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (625 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1965 Pontiac Catalina | |
| Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Catalina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 6891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3080 mm |
